Recently, I came across a story about women shaving their heads in response to the election results, referring to it as the “4B movement.” This action, while bold, left me with an uncomfortable feeling.  This post is not meant to be political but to discuss the message being sent about bald women.

It made me wonder: does this movement…

Yup.

It has been over 12 years.  Over 20% of my life has been spent with AU.

Mostly I don't think about it, easier to do if a guy.

My oldest child doesn't really remember me with hair (she was 2 when she helped me shave it off with the clippers.....).  And both kids say they prefer me bald and wouldn't want me to grow my hair back if I could. :-)

I still fantasize about re-growing hair every now and then, but not that often.

I pay attention…

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2024

15th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ALOPECIA DAY!

Every year on the first Saturday of August, people from around the world come together to celebrate…

Do you ever struggle with feeling unattractive due to alopecia? How has it affected your self-image and how do you deal with those emotions?

Living with alopecia, a condition characterized by hair loss, can challenge our self-esteem and self-image in profound ways. It's okay to acknowledge the feelings of vulnerability and…

"A woman who lost her hair to alopecia and then had a double mastectomy

says she tattooed her flat chest to take control

and create a body that felt 'most like her'…

My mind has been on alopecia and what is the best way for us to live life to the fullest while living with the condition?

I am convinced that this is more an emotional battle than a physical one.

Our struggles seem to have more to do with acceptance, will I find a mate? Will kids at school laugh at me?  How do I tell my new date?  Will my spouse still be attracted to me? 

My thought is, if it was just physical then “slapping on” a new wig would…

I recently came across an article that mentioned a new pill for alopecia. 

"FDA greenlights 1st treatment for sudden hair loss caused by autoimmune disease"

Hi Everyone, 

This is my 2nd interview today talking about the Jada Pinkett/Will Smith/Chris Rock incident.

I will be on CBS News in Los Angeles live at 5:30 PM (PACIFIC TIME) 8:30 PM EASTERN

(Monday, March 28th, 2022)

If you get a chance to tune in that would be…

Every day we look at the photos on Alopecia World and they are truly beautiful and, honestly, deserve to be shared.

Therefore, we are looking for photos that we can share on Alopecia World's Instagram Page.

If you have a cool photo that we can use, please post it here with your IG handle so that we can link it back to your account.…

There are people lives that I believe I have touched because I was not afraid to show my “scars”.

Below is a song that the words ring so true to me and I wanted to share the lyrics with you.

Don’t Hide the Scars

(Michael Puryear/Cheryl Rogers/Jeff Silvey)

From CD: Sisters–The Story Goes On -1995

Vocals: Beverly Crawford/Cindy Morgan

I wept alone

Suffered on my own

I didn’t think that anyone would understand

Until…

I recently came across an article about Kylie Bamberger, a member of Alopecia World. Below are some excerpts I would like to share:

“Kylie Bamberger looks every bit the blushing bride in her wedding photos. She’s wearing a white ball gown, clutching a bouquet of…

Source:  CNN/ By Alexandra Larkin

I agree with this mother that it is important to support your children with alopecia and help them understand that they are no different than anyone else with or without hair.

(CNN)Even without hair, 7 year-old Gianessa Wride has managed to sparkle -- and win her Utah school's "Crazy Hair…

 I love stories of triumph! 

One of our members Caroline, was featured in a photography project "30 days of Gorgeous" by Toma Houston Photography.

                   …

Hello everyone,

March 2016: I got AA 9 years back. It slowly developed into AU. I tried many doctors, many treatments and nothing worked. I started accepting my condition after joining this group and learned to live with it, which is a good thing. At the same time, I was starting to give up hope.

Two years back, I thought I'll try my last shot with Dr.Richard Strick. At first I was skeptical with the treatment. I have tried a similar one where the cream irritates the scalp and…

According to an interview with Vulture that I found on Bet.com, actress Viola Davis struggles with alopecia. 

Many have noted that there seems to be an error in the article: The fact that stress does not cause alopecia, but may trigger it.

Viola Davis is a natural beauty, but there was a time when the actress really struggled with revealing what was…

I have alopecia universalis.

I wanted to know if drinking (i.e., the consumption) of alcohol on a regular basis prevents recovery. I couldn't find any definite answers online as to whether it makes the hair fall out or not.

Please do reply.

Thanks!

I recently came across the below article in the New York Times:

"Four Women Bond Over the Beauty in Their Baldness"

A few Excerpts from the article:…

Hi, I am based in London and am now looking to wear a wig.  I cannot stand to see my sorry face in the mirror anymore without hair.  Have looked at wigs before in various shops, but have left in tears.  Anyone who knows of a good wig shop or supplier, I would love to hear from you.  

Sasha mother wrote me and said:

"This is my gorgeous girl sasha aged 4, the way she handles her alopecia is inspiring and brave and makes me so proud to be her mummy.

My wee girlie is currently in a competition to be Once Upon a Tutu calendar girl on Facebook I am hoping people could please vote for my gorgeous girl.

To vote go to…